To qualify for a homestead, you must: Own a property, Occupy the property as your sole or primary residence, Be a Minnesota resident. Start your application.Be a Minnesota resident. To apply for the residential homestead classification, you must: Complete a manufactured homestead application (PDF). Go to the Online Homestead Application and follow the directions to complete your application. Download and print the Owner-Occupied and Relative Homestead Application form. If you do NOT have access to a printer or scanner, please contact our office. You can now safely and securely apply for homestead online. Go to the Online Homestead Application to get started. A person may claim only one homestead.